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Rams' Emmanuel Forbes could get shot at redemption versus A.J. Brown, Eagles
Rams' Emmanuel Forbes could get shot at redemption versus A.J. Brown, Eagles
Cornerback Emmanuel Forbes hasn't lived up to his first-round pedigree yet, but he'll look to revitalize his career with the Los Angeles Rams after he joined the team late in the 2024 season.
He'll also get an early opportunity to redeem himself against one of the toughest matchups he's faced early in his NFL career: Philadelphia Eagles receiver A.J. Brown.
Forbes faced Brown three times in the past two years and hasn't fared well against the star wideout. Per Pro Football Focus, Brown was targeted 10 times when covered by Forbes during their Week 4 matchup in 2023, where he caught six passes for 147 yards and two touchdowns. Four weeks later, Brown caught two receptions for 45 yards and a touchdown in a game he finished with eight receptions for 130 yards and two scores.
Forbes didn't suit up against the Eagles in the Commanders' Week 11 matchup in 2024 before he was released and didn't play in the Rams' Divisional Round game against Philadelphia either.
So, if he stays healthy and in the team's good graces, Forbes will get his first crack at Brown and the Eagles in the Rams' Week 3 match in Philadelphia. It's unclear what Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula will do in coverage, but Forbes could develop into a solid contributor for the team throughout the summer as he gets a full offseason under his belt with his new team.
The Brown matchup will be a big one for Forbes in his redemption arc.
